10 Fun Google Chrome Experiments to Try Today
Google Chrome is simply awesome when it comes to speed. Moreover, its superb support and stability for running games inside the browser make it stand out from all other modern browsers. Google Chrome Experiments, an attempt to test the capability of browsers, when combined with JavaScript, is a source of Web games that can be played on your smartphone, tablet, or computer, without downloading or installing any file beforehand.
Chrome Experiments was launched in 2009 by Google to showcase the power of browsers. This project lists creative experiments built by Google and various other programmers. These games are created using open web technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript, Canvas, SVG, and WebGL.
If you want to give one a try, pick one from this list of top games from Google Chrome Experiments here. All you need is your Chrome browser and the game link. If you haven’t truly realized what a browser could do, time to be amazed.
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1. World Wide Maze
World Wide Maze turns any website into a 3D maze! However, the game begins when you tilt the plane to move a ball towards its goal. You can play it on your Android phone or iPhone, or use the arrow keys on your keyboard. It’s truly an innovative game! Check out this post for an inside look at World Wide Maze.
Play World Wide Maze on Chrome
2. Racer
Do you want to race on a virtual track? Start Racer and turn on the engines! You can enjoy the game with your friends using its multiplayer mode. Racer not only turns your screen into a racetrack, but it can also extend the track to multiple screens of up to five devices (phones and tablets). Just touch the screen to accelerate and avoid running off-track.
3. Cube Slam
It’s Pong! Cube Slam recreates the classic game of Pong and upgrades it to 3D. Play against a bear or with a friend, and simply try to keep the ball out of your side of the court. Three strikes and you’re out. As you advance to higher levels, things get leveled up with shields, obstacle power-ups, and gravity fields!
4. GeoGuessr
GeoGuessr is an exciting game that takes the guessing game to new heights. The game utilizes Google Street View, allowing you to explore a location in 360 degrees. You then make a guess of where that place is by pinning it on the provided map. Points are awarded based on the accuracy of your guess. You can even “cheat” by looking at signboards, names of premises in the view, or other clues in the 360 view, and then searching for it on Google!
5. Roll It
6. Tomorrow & Yesterday
Get the circle to the triangle and move on to the next level. The rules behind Tomorrow & Yesterday are very simple, but once you start playing this puzzle game, you will understand how time travel plays a vital role in completing the maze. Entering the black box (time machine) allows a second version of yourself to reenact your actions from the start until you enter the time machine. Intrigued? Give it a try.
Play Tomorrow & Yesterday on Chrome
7. CrossCode
CrossCode is a 2D puzzle game with a unique theme of throwing energy balls. It’s an action RPG game where you complete tasks and overcome obstacles along the way. Jump over blocks, move around the plot, and destroy enemies with energy balls. It’s good, clean fun and a fascinating game to play on a browser.
8. Z-Type
Z-Type is a shooting game with a twist. To clear the invaders, you need to type the ‘enemy’ words correctly to wipe them off the screen. It not only improves your typing speed but is also an engaging shooting game with pretty decent graphics.
9. HexGL
HexGL is a modern, fast, and futuristic racing game. You earn points for the distance you travel while trying not to damage your vehicle. Tracks have speed booster packs that help increase your vehicle’s speed, and you can stay in the game as long as your vehicle remains operational. Prepare for an adrenaline rush; that’s all I’m saying.
10. Redgie Roll
Redgie Roll is asking you to guide Redgie, the Hedgehog, on her prickly quest to reach the bottom of the valley. You need to collect the coins in between to earn points in the game. Dodging trees and other obstacles makes the game interestingly difficult, but also so, so addictive.
Conclusion
Games and apps from Google Chrome Experiments are amazing examples of what can be done using HTML5, JavaScript, and other web technologies. These games don’t just run in the browser; you can interact with them and essentially play them on the browser! Don’t wait, choose a game, and start playing!